Atty. James B. Denman

Atty. James B. Denman

James B. Denman is a lawyer practicing general litigation, estate planning, estate administration and 3 other areas of law.

Cortland Cortland 60 yrs experience 60 year
Call (234) 434-5027 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About James B. Denman at a glance

James B. Denman is a probate, estate planning, business, and litigation attorney based in Cortland, Ohio. They have 60+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1966. Admitted to practice in New York (1966) and U.S. District Court, Canal Zone (1966). Educated at State University of New York at Buffalo (LL.B., 1965) and Cornell University (B.S., 1962). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Cortland, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James B. Denman is a lawyer practicing general litigation, estate planning, estate administration and 3 other areas of law
  • James received a B.S. degree from Cornell University in 1962, and has been licensed for 60 years
  • James practices in Cortland, OH

Practice Areas Explained

James B. Denman's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James B. Denman handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Probate

James B. Denman is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Ohio →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

James B. Denman is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Ohio →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

James B. Denman is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Ohio →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

James B. Denman is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Ohio →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Ohio

Practicing law in Ohio. Legal matters in Ohio are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Cortland are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Ohio state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Ohio brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Ohio courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James B. Denman

Where is James B. Denman's law office located?
James B. Denman's law practice is located in Cortland, Ohio. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James B. Denman handle?
James B. Denman focuses on probate, estate planning, business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has James B. Denman practiced law?
James B. Denman has 60+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1966.
Where did James B. Denman go to law school?
James B. Denman earned their education at (LL.B., 1965); (B.S., 1962).
How can I contact James B. Denman for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James B. Denman received?
James B. Denman's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.B.
State University of New York at Buffalo
- 1965
B.S.
Cornell University
- 1962

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1966
U.S. District Court, Canal Zone
Admitted: 1966

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